What is the State Pension age in the UK?
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In short: 66 for both men and women. It will rise to 67 between 2026 and 2028, and to 68 between 2044 and 2046.
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State Pension age in the UK is currently 66 for both men and women. The government's published timetable raises it to 67 in stages between May 2026 and March 2028, then to 68 between 2044 and 2046.
You can check your exact State Pension age, eligibility and forecast on gov.uk using your National Insurance number — it is free and takes about two minutes.
Reaching State Pension age does not force you to stop work or to start claiming. You can defer your State Pension and the weekly amount will rise by 1% for every nine weeks deferred.
Primary source: gov.uk/state-pension-age
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